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Nissan offers a great lineup of cars for you to choose from and you’ll be pleasantly surprised with the 2020 Nissan Altima. Offering fantastic driving performance, a luxurious interior, and impressive technology to make your drive smoother, you won’t want to underestimate this fun and sporty car. If you’re in the market for a new sedan, here are four reasons you should consider the 2020 Nissan Altima. Great Driving Performance The 2020 Altima offers an exciting driving experience thanks to its c hoice of two engines: the VC-Turbo Engine with up to 236 horsepower and the 4-Cylinder engine with up 188 horsepower. Your drive will also be made easier with the a vailable Intelligent All-Wheel Drive system, which gives you more stability and confidence on the road, especially in inclement weather. Paired with its smooth ride and great handling around corners, you’ll enjoy driving your Altima every day. more Fantastic Safety Features On the SR trim and above, t he 2020 Nissan Altima is armed with a suite o f Nissan Intelligent Mobility features including Nissan Safety Shield® 360, giving you peace of mind while you’re on the road. Some of the impressive safety features included are Blind Sp ot W arning, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection helps your car stop when it detects another car or person too close. There's also an option for Altima ProPILOT Assist, a d river assistance system that helps keep you safe on the highway by maintaining a s et distance from the car in front of you. It can also stop your car when necessary and then bring it back up to speed. Connective Technology The Altima offers advanced technology features to keep you connected while you’re on the move. The a vailable 7-inch Advanced Drive-Assist Display gives you all the information you need directly in front of you including directions, safety features, and caller ID. You also have the option for a n 8-inch touch-screen display that can be connected to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto so you can stay connected with directions, music, and more. You'll also appreciate the USB and USB-C ports that allow you to charge multiple devices. The technology doesn’t stop there – with the available Remote Engine Start System, you can start the car remotely and Intelligent Climate Control will adjust the temperature. Luxurious Interior It’s hard to ignore the clean and modern design of the 2020 Altima and y ou’ll find the same stylish design on the outside as well as on the inside with sleek, modern finishes, matte chrome accents, and Zero Gravity front seats. The spacious cabin will keep your passengers comfortable and content with n ine speakers placed throughout the cabin, available Bose® Premium Audio System, a vailable Noise Cancellation to keep the cabin quiet, and a rear USB-C port. Get to know the 2020 Nissan Altima better by visiting the Nissan experts at Ed Martin Nissan of Fishers for a test drive. We have a great selection of Altima models for you to explore at our Fishers, IN dealership! Image courtesy of nissanusa.com

For some, a car is more than just a means of transportation; it's an investment that needs to be protected. Whether your vehicle is a new car or a classic, keeping it clean is the goal, and there's no substitute for doing it yourself. Here are four cleaning hacks to help keep your car looking like new. Bug Removal Having splattered bugs on the front of your car is inevitable and can be a nightmare to remove. There are several unorthodox ways to remove what the bugs leave behind after they get up close and personal with your car. One way is to use dryer sheets. After spraying down your car, take a dryer sheet to the front of your vehicle, and you will be able to wipe away all traces of bug residue. For bug debris that may have been baked on by the sun, you can use WD-40 to loosen the grime and make it easier to wipe away. WD-40 should never be used on your car's windshield or windows. Use Two Buckets You shouldn't use only one bucket when hand washing or using a brush to clean your vehicle. Using two buckets helps ensure that you don't accidentally scratch the paint while washing your car. One bucket should hold the soap and a second filled with clean water to rinse off the towel, sponge, or brush you are using to clean. By doing this, you eliminate the chance of contaminating your soap with dirt and grime as you wash your car, thus keeping the paint looking like new for years to come. Clear Headlight Lenses If your vehicle is exposed to lots of direct sunlight, your headlight lenses can begin to oxidize and become hazy. Though it may seem a little counterproductive to use a product not intended to clean a car, toothpaste could be your best bet for restoring your headlights to crystal clear perfection. Toothpaste is made with a small amount of abrasive material to help clean and polish your teeth, yet it's gentle enough not to cause irreparable damage. These traits are precisely what is needed to remove the haze from the lenses of your headlights, restoring the clarity and increasing the reach of your headlamps at night. Cleaning the Whole Window When cleaning the windows on our cars, we often overlook the very top of the window. You may think that this part of the window is nestled safely inside the weather stripping and can't get dirty, but grime always finds a way to get in. By taking just a few more minutes and rolling the windows down partially, you will be able to clean this often forgotten part of the window, and the next time you crack your windows, you won't have to look at that dirty streak across the top. These are only a few hacks for keeping your car as good as new, so stay vigilant, pay attention to the details and you'll keep your car looking like it just came of the lot. Image courtesy of pixabay.com

The Nissan Kicks has a sporty exterior style, a spacious cabin for a subcompact crossover SUV, and excellent fuel economy. For the 2020 model year, Nissan updated the Kicks, adding Safety Shield 360 to all trim levels. Nissan also made several other safety features standard throughout the lineup and added a rear-door alert to the SV and SL trims. These updates, along with many other awesome features, make the Kicks an ideal vehicle. Safety Shield 360 All the 2020 Kicks now come standard with Nissan's Safety Shield 360. This group of safety systems includes forward collision warning, an automatic braking system that works when you go both forward and backward, a radar-based blind-spot monitor, automatic high beam headlights, rear cross-traffic alert, and lane departure warning. more Optional Safety Features Some Kicks trims offer the option to add even more safety features. A surround-view parking camera gives the driver a glimpse of everything around the vehicle, and a drowsy driver monitor will send an alert if the driver isn't paying full attention to the road. The Bose Stereo System The top-level Kicks SR offers drivers the option to have a Bose Personal Plus stereo system. Bose designed this innovative eight-speaker system specifically for small vehicles. Two of the speakers are UltraNearfield and sit right in the driver's head restraint for an immersive sound experience. The door speakers have a more conventional spot and focus on the lower range. Thus, there's no need for a subwoofer in the car, which ultimately saves valuable space. The Kicks also has sound settings for Bose PersonalSpace, a feature that allows the driver to shift the sound from narrow to wide and back with just a turn of the dial. The Spacious Cabin The 2020 Kicks has room for up to five passengers, and both rows have supportive seats that keep you comfortable even on long rides. The Kicks boasts more than 25 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats, and with the rear seats folded down, the area opens up to 53.1 cubic feet. This is more space than you get even in some larger vehicles. A sizable glove box provides a place to keep small items that need to stay out of sight, and the spacious door pockets upfront offer additional storage options. Choose the high-end SV trim for a leather-wrapped steering wheel, simulated leather trim on the dash, and the option for heated front seats and Nissan's Prima-Tex simulated leather upholstery. The Technology A 7-inch touch-screen display comes standard in the base Kicks S, along with three USB ports, Bluetooth, a media player interface, Siri Eyes Free, and an auxiliary jack. The SV adds the NissanConnect infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and satellite radio, plus the option to upgrade to an eight-speaker Bose stereo. If you're searching for your next vehicle in Fishers, IN, take the 2020 Nissan Kicks for a test drive to discover all its awesome features. This compact SUV might look small, but it delivers big performance. Image courtesy of nissanusa.com

Work tasks are much easier to accomplish when you have the right truck. The 2020 Nissan Tit an offers plenty of performance, technology, and power capabilities to help you successfully get the job done. Here are five ways the 2020 Nissan Titan is the perfect truck to take to work. Powerful Engine Zoom from job to job in this strong, 5.6-liter d irect-injection V-8 engine. It offers 400 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and provides 418 pound-feet of torque at 4,000 rpm. You'll love how peppy and durable this engine feels when you pair it with the impressive nine-speed automatic transmission. more Strong Performance Features If you're completing a job on tougher roads, the performance features of the 2020 Nissan Titan have your back. You'll find a dial next to the steering wheel that allows you to quickly move from two- to four-wheel drive immediately to help y ou handle any tough terrain. If you're working on slippery roads, the brake limited slip feature automatically brakes any slipping wheels and applies power to the wheels with more traction to keep you stable on the road. Comfort and Storage If your job i nvolves hauling items back and forth, you can easily do this in the spacious truck bed, which is 78.7 inches long and 63.8 inches wide. To store more items in the interior, use the 40/20/40 split-bench front seats that fold down to provide extra cargo spac e. You'll feel comfortable while driving with the heated power driver's seat that adjusts eight ways with power-lumbar support. If you're working on cooler mornings, try out the heated leather-wrapped steering wheel to warm your hands right up. Intelligent Driver Assistive Features Intelligent driver assistive features make your job much easier to complete. If you lose focus on the road or begin to drift, the intelligent driver alertness and lane departure warning functions kick on to keep you in the cor rect lane. If a wreck occurs on a busy highway, the intelligent forward collision warning notifies you of this, and the automatic emergency braking stops you to avoid any other possible collisions. If you're regularly backing your truck up to deliver good s or park in tough spots, the rearview monitor will be extra helpful as it displays the entire area behind you while in reverse. Towing Capabilities Towing is a breeze when you use the 2020 Nissan Titan. The towing capabilities of this truck are 9,370 pou nds, which makes hauling other vehicles or a trailer simple and convenient. It has trailer sway control to keep the trailer behind you from swinging or swaying as you drive at high speeds or while there are high-speed winds. The trailer brake controller fu nction provides enough power to the brakes, so your trailer can come to a safe stop when needed. These are only some of the ways the 2020 Nissan Titan is a strong truck to complete your work-related tasks in. Come check out these features for yourself at Ed Martin Nissan of Fishers and take a look at our impressive lineup of powerful vehicles. Image courtesy of nissanusa.com

Thanks to its robust towing capacity, strong engine, and comfortable interior, the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder is an ideal choice for families in the market for a three-row sport utility vehicle. This year's model remains unchanged from last year, carrying over all the great features that made the 2019 version a success. An Array of Standard Features Even the base Pathfinder S comes well-equipped with a variety of features. You'll love the three-zone climate control, reclining/sliding second-row seat, 8-inch touch screen, Bluetooth, six-speaker sound system, satellite radio, CD player, dual USB ports, reverse parking sensors, and automatic emergency braking. more The next-level SV trim gives you even more features, including a blind-spot warning system, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, adaptive cruise control, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and a power-adjustable driver's seat. Moving up to the SL trim adds a hands-free liftgate, leather upholstery, a navigation system, and heated rear and front seats. Finally, the top-of-the-line Platinum version includes a panoramic sunroof, a power-adjustable steering wheel, and ventilated front seats. Additional premium features include a Bose audio system and an optional rear-seat entertainment system with 8-inch headrest displays. Every Pathfinder, regardless of trim, comes with a hefty 3.5-liter V-6 engine paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission and standard front-wheel drive (although all-wheel drive is optional). Thanks to this setup, the Pathfinder produces a whopping 284 horsepower and 269 pound-feet of torque and can tow up to 6,000 pounds. A Roomy Interior You simply can't beat the interior comfort the 2020 Pathfinder provides. The comfortable seats and upscale finishes create a pleasant atmosphere that's as modern as it is functional. Families will appreciate the numerous USB ports, cup holders, and seating configurations that help make road trips less stressful. The seats themselves are airy and spacious for this class, giving each family member plenty of cushioning. While the legroom in the second row is generous, tall adults will find the third row a bit cramped. Still, thanks to the second-row seats' ability to flip and slide, getting the kids and cargo in and out of the back has never been easier. You can even expand the already generous cargo area by folding the second- and third-row seats down when necessary. Decent Fuel Economy With its V-6 engine and strong acceleration, you might not expect the 2020 Pathfinder to be the most fuel-efficient option, but it actually enjoys a decent fuel economy for its class. The new Pathfinder is rated at 20 miles per gallon in the city and 27 mpg on the highway. In real-world testing, the all-wheel-drive SUV hit 22 mpg on a 200-mile highway trip. These numbers may not sound impressive compared to a smaller sedan's fuel economy, but for a three-row midsize SUV with a V-6 engine, it's an impressive rating that's sure to help you save at the pump. With so much going for it, it's no wonder the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder is such a popular vehicle for families this year. Stop by Ed Martin Nissan of Fishers when you're ready to take it for a spin.

Do you remember the days when drivers looked over their right shoulder before backing up their car? Or perhaps you recall a time when people had to use their hands to change the radio station or adjust the temperature inside their vehicle. Well, those days are long gone. Thanks to integrated technology features, most vehicles feature rearview cameras and hands-free cabin controls that do most of the work for you. But Nissan takes technology to a whole new level with a series of exciting innovations designed to empower drivers and make them feel more connected to their vehicles. Keep reading for a better understanding of Nissan Intelligent Mobility features and how they benefit drivers everywhere. more Intelligent Driving Nissan Intelligent Mobility includes a slew of driver-assisted technologies that give you total confidence to take on anything the road throws your way. Nissan knows safety tops the list of priorities for every driver. That's why the automaker now includes a range of features that help drivers see and sense more of what's going on around them so they're ready to react when needed. Some of Nissan's intelligent safety features include lane intervention, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot intervention, rear cross-traffic alert, high-beam assist, and active ride control. Intelligent Power As a leader in electric vehicles (EVs), Nissan continues to look for ways to bring cleaner, quieter power to drivers all over the world. With more than 150,000 sales worldwide, Nissan's best-selling LEAF proves you don't have to sacrifice the excitement of driving to achieve instant torque and zero tailpipe emissions. Nissan LEAF's e-Pedal gives you the power to start, speed up, slow down, and stop using a single movement and pedal, providing an easy-to-use, sustainable driving method that recharges your battery as you go. The LEAF's available 62-kilowatt-hour battery gets up to 226 miles on a single charge, meaning you can travel farther than ever before without the need to recharge. From daily commutes to exciting day trips, the LEAF gets you where you need to go. Intelligent Integration What if your vehicle had the power to think and learn? Once fully developed, Nissan's Seamless Autonomous Mobility (SAM) system will give vehicles the power to make smart choices on the fly. Using a combination of in-vehicle artificial intelligence and remote human support, the SAM system will allow driverless vehicles to share data that helps them operate efficiently and effectively both on the road and beyond. For now, Nissan's proven intelligent integration includes NissanConnect, a suite of intuitive technology features and apps that keep you connected to the outside world. Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, remote start, and an onboard navigation system are just a few of the advanced technologies that give you greater control over your driving experience. Thanks to Nissan's futuristic integrated technology features, driving never felt so free. By giving you more confidence and excitement behind the wheel, Nissan's innovative technologies change the way you drive. Contact the friendly and knowledgeable team at Ed Martin Nissan of Fishers today to gain a better understanding of the Nissan Intelligent Mobility features. image from nissanusa.com